Real Madrid gains an upper hand in the first leg with an impressive individual goal by Brahim Diaz.

Brahim Diaz, the talented midfielder from Real Madrid, showcased his skills and celebrated with his teammate Vinicius Junior after scoring a magnificent goal in the UEFA Champions League 2023/24. This goal proved to be the decider in Real Madrid’s 1-0 victory over RB Leipzig, putting them in a commanding position in the last-16 tie.

Diaz, filling in for the injured Jude Bellingham, demonstrated his individual brilliance by curling a shot into the top corner shortly after the halftime break. Overcoming the challenge of three defenders, Diaz punished Leipzig for their missed opportunities throughout the match.

RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, in particular, squandered several good chances, with Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin and the offside flag denying him on multiple occasions. However, Leipzig also had a stroke of luck when Vinicius Junior struck the post, with Madrid posing a constant threat on the counterattack.

Real Madrid’s flawless record in the Champions League continued, as they have now triumphed in all seven games they have played this season. Leipzig, on the other hand, face an uphill battle at the Bernabeu if they hope to progress in the competition.